Wire based temperature sensing electrode

Abstract

Systems and methods are described for a wire based temperature sensing electrode for surgical procedures. A temperature sensing energy delivery device includes an elongated member having a groove formed in at least portion of the elongated member; and a first temperature sensor mechanically connected to the elongated member, the first temperature sensor including a first temperature sensor lead that is routed along the groove. The systems and methods provide advantages in that the wire based temperature sensing electrode for surgical procedures can simultaneously accommodate a temperature sensor and associated leads, exhibit sufficient strength without bulk, and be provided at lower cost.

What is claimed is: 
     
       1. A method of making a temperature sensing energy delivery device, the device comprising: an elongated member having a groove formed in at least portion thereof; and   a first temperature sensor mechanically connected to said elongated member, said first temperature sensor including a first temperature sensor lead that is routed alone said groove;   the method comprising the steps of: mounting a distal end of said elongated member so that a portion of a length defined by said elongated member is held substantially rigid;   bending a proximal end of said elongated member away from a principle axis defined by the distal end of said elongated member when said elongated member is not bent; and   cutting said groove with an electrostatic discharge machining wire.